Description
Cabbage stir-fry is a colorful, quick, and nutritious dish that transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering meal. Featuring vibrant cabbage, crisp bell peppers, and aromatic garlic, this stir-fry is versatile enough for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a delightful way to enjoy fresh vegetables packed with flavor. Customize your stir-fry by adding proteins or other veggies for a unique twist every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups green or purple cabbage, sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and slice the cabbage, chop the bell peppers, julienne the carrots, and mince the garlic.
- Heat Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté Garlic: Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook Vegetables: Add cabbage, bell peppers, and carrots to the pan. Stir-fry for 5 minutes until slightly softened but still crunchy.
- Add Sauce: Pour in soy sauce and rice vinegar; stir continuously for another minute.
- Serve: Transfer to plates and garnish with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added protein, include chicken, shrimp, or tofu. Experiment with other vegetables like broccoli or snap peas for variety. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.